Description
Photo-Sonics LB-40A 16mm 65ft Film Magazine 59-4002 High Speed Camera NSN 6760-00-424-7
The Photo-Sonics LB-40A is a 16mm film magazine designed for use with Photo-Sonics high-speed cine cameras. It holds 65 feet of 16mm film and attaches directly to the camera body to supply and take up film during high-speed recording sequences. This example is ex-US Government surplus stock, carrying an original government procurement cost of $4,395.38.
Specifications & What's Included
- Manufacturer: Photo-Sonics
- Model: LB-40A
- Part Number: 59-4002 (also labeled F84801)
- NSN: 6760-00-424-7
- Film Format: 16mm
- Film Capacity: 65 feet
- Housing: Metal alloy construction
- LOAD/LOCK lever: present on side of magazine
- Film footage counter indicator: present
- Internal mechanism: dual-spool film transport with drive gears and guide rollers, take-up spool labeled
- Original government cost: $4,395.38
- Magazine only — no film included
Applications
Photo-Sonics specializes in high-speed and instrumentation-grade 16mm motion picture cameras used in scientific, military, and industrial applications where standard frame rates are insufficient. Their cameras and accessories — including film magazines like the LB-40A — were widely procured by the US military and government agencies for use in ballistics testing, weapon system evaluation, aeronautics research, and other high-speed event documentation. The detachable magazine design allows for rapid film changes in the field or on the test range without disturbing the camera's optical or drive system. Photo-Sonics instrumentation cameras from this era were a standard tool in government and defense research programs from the 1960s through the 1990s, and surviving magazines remain sought after by collectors, film historians, cinematographers working with vintage high-speed equipment, and institutions that maintain legacy instrumentation camera systems.
This Photo-Sonics LB-40A 16mm High Speed Camera Film Magazine has been inspected and appears to be in good condition. The metal housing shows typical surface wear and scuffing consistent with government service use, most notably on the top and bottom faces. The internal film transport mechanism, including the drive gears, guide rollers, and take-up spool, is visible in the photos and appears intact with no obvious damage. The LOAD/LOCK lever and film footage counter are present. All labeling, including the model/NSN data plate and government stock label, is legible. No film is included. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions. Please note: We have multiple units in stock — yours may not be the one shown in the photos, however, it will be similar in condition and function.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Photo-Sonics |
Model: |
LB-40A |
MPN: |
59-4002 |
Secondary Model: |
F84801 |
Type: |
16mm High Speed Camera Film Magazine |
SKU: |
35529 |
Film Format: |
16mm |
Film Capacity: |
65 feet |
NSN: |
6760-00-424-7 |
Compatible With: |
Photo-Sonics High Speed 16mm Cameras |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Government Surplus: |
Yes — original US Government issue |
Original Government Cost: |
$4,395.38 |
Condition: |
Used – Inspected and in Good Condition |
Seller Notes: |
Magazine only; no film included. Ex-US Government surplus. |
Condition Notes: |
Photo-Sonics LB-40A 16mm Film Magazine inspected and in good condition. Housing shows typical surface wear from government service. Internal transport mechanism appears intact. No film included. P/N 59-4002. |
